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Monetization of Memes
Gabrielle Fiorella, Staff Writer
February 18, 2020
When you think of memes, what are the first things that you think of? Vine? (RIP) Tik Tok? Memes that you casually see on Instagram, or Twitter? Well, all of these are viable responses and all of these forms of memes make money, lots of money. Memes have been popularly monetized for many years now, with...
Was the Senate Trial Fair?
Seamus Fallon, Staff Writer
February 18, 2020
On Wednesday, February 5th, after two weeks and six days of endless rhetoric and debate, the United States Senate acquitted President Donald Trump of two articles of impeachment ratified by the House of Representatives mainly along party lines which were an abuse of power and obstruction of Congress....
A Transfer’s Experience at MMC
Michael Dunlap, Guest Writer
February 18, 2020
Each semester at Marymount Manhattan College brings new classes, experiences, knowledge, and most importantly, new students. Like most colleges, Marymount Manhattan has the option for students coming from other colleges, for any number of reasons, to be admitted upon acceptance to MMC through a tra...
CWC Mindfulness
Gabrielle Fiorella, Staff Writer
December 16, 2019
I attended the Mindfulness MMC meditation course this semester and I highly recommend it. The CWC will be having a once a week, four-week course again next semester. Four Thursdays in a row for 1 hour, I went to the Multi-Faith Center to relieve my stress and feel better about everything that was overw...
Student Internships
Madeline Nortz, Staff Writer
December 16, 2019
There are many opportunities and experiences that we as students are excited to take advantage of during our time in college. Studying abroad, living in New York City, internships, fellowships, and more. While these are all amazing opportunities, many of us get so busy wrapped up in schoolwork, part-...
Tips to Get Through Finals
Gwen Attridge, Staff Writer
December 16, 2019
With Thanksgiving falling so late this year, the end of the semester (or #FinalsSZN) has snuck up on us quicker than we ever could have imagined. One minute we were all relaxing with our family and friends, and the next we were all buried in work. It seems like no matter who you ask, no matter what maj...
Self Defense Workshop
Rayiah Ross, Staff Writer
December 7, 2019
For three days of November, Marymount Manhattan College joined the Director of Residence Life and R.A.D certified instructor, Michelle Quock, in teaching students, faculty, and staff basic self-defense techniques. The self-defense workshops took place on Monday, Nov 11th at Cooper Square, Wednesday, Nov 13th at Nugent Hall 457, and Thursday, Nov 14th at t...
Cuffing Season and Mental Health
Averee Nelson, Staff Writer
December 7, 2019
As the summer comes to an end, the dawn of fall is in the air. When the leaves turn from bright orange to a crinkly brown, and every person nearby is adorned with turtlenecks and scarves, that is the signal of the new season. Although, this season is not just about the chilly weather; this is the beg...
What it Means to Be Thankful
Elena Maldonado-Dunn, Staff Writer
December 7, 2019
Well, Thanksgiving is coming up, and even though the origins of the holiday may be slightly controversial, it is undeniably a time to give thanks and bring the family together. Also, it’s time to eat food. Lots and lots of food. Every family’s Thanksgiving traditions are different, and every indivi...
Weekly Feed: 11/15-21
November 14, 2019
Thursday, November 14th’s “Girls Who Code” event has been cancelled. However, students can still join MMC Alum “Clarice Dubois” for a lesson in Drag at 5:00 PM in the Commons today. On Sunday, November 17th, students can give back to the community by volunteering to serve hot meals at S...
Wellness Wednesday: Taking time for yourself
November 13, 2019
College is stressful, we all know this. Essays, internships, jobs, career searching, and just classes in general. These are only a small fraction of what we students have to go through and there are many other things that students go through that pack on a workload to overwhelm us. The quote “Everyone...
Talent Tuesday: America’s Least Wanted
November 12, 2019
Welcome to Talent Tuesday’s here at The Monitor. Every Tuesday from now on the Monitor will be showcasing the sheer genius talent that flows throughout our halls. Whether it be conveyed through drawing, acting, dancing, or producing; the varying outlets in which the student body has creat...
